2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1983 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SLK | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |